CAQM invokes GRAP Stage-I across NCR as Delhi's AQI turns 'Poor' (202)
The CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP invoked Stage-I of the revised Graded Response Action Plan across the entire NCR on 7 March 2025, after Delhi's daily average AQI reached 202 ('Poor').
Summary
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) Sub-Committee on GRAP invoked Stage-I ('Poor', AQI 201–300) of the revised Graded Response Action Plan across the entire NCR on 7 March 2025, with immediate effect. Delhi's daily average AQI was 202, and IMD/IITM forecasts showed it staying 'Poor' due to calm winds and low ventilation. All 27 actions under Stage-I were to be enforced by agencies including the NCR states' pollution control boards and the DPCC.
Key facts
- Date
- 7 March 2025
- Action
- GRAP Stage-I invoked across NCR
- Delhi AQI
- 202 ('Poor')
- Stage-I actions
- 27-point action plan
Practice MCQs 1 questions
How many actions does Stage-I of the revised GRAP comprise, as invoked across the NCR on 7 March 2025?
Show answer
Correct answer: C — 27
All 27 actions envisaged under Stage-I ('Poor', Delhi AQI 201–300) of the revised GRAP were to be implemented across the NCR.